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National Politics

Republican presidential candidates, from left, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, former New Jersey...

Donald Trump skipped the GOP debate again. This time, his rivals took him on directly

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and WILL WEISSERT, STEVE PEOPLES and JONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press
Donald Trump’s rivals were quick to lay into him during the second presidential debate, ripping the former president for skipping the event.

Politics

Nebraska State Sen. Megan Hunt of Omaha

Court dismisses Nebraska Sen. Hunt’s defamation lawsuit against conservative group

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 7:26 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
The lawsuit filed by Nebraska State Sen. Megan Hunt against the Nebraska Freedom Coalition was dismissed in district court on Wednesday.

Politics

10/11's Madison Pitsch interviews U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Lincoln...

Sec. Pete Buttigieg talks about major investment in Nebraska rail infrastructure

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 3:08 PM CDT
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By Madison Pitsch
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg came to Lincoln Tuesday to talk more about the $15.2 million Cornhusker Railroad Regional Connectivity Project and what’s being done to make railroads safer.

Politics

Nebraska Sen. John Fredrickson

Nebraska Sen. Fredrickson to host community town hall

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By Nick Stavas
Nebraskans have been invited to share their input on the state’s legislative issues next week.

Politics

Dunixi Guereca, candidate for Nebraska's 7th Legislative District.

Dunixi Guereca announces Nebraska Legislature District 7 candidacy

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 10:48 AM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
The executive director of a Nebraska nonprofit has announced his candidacy for Nebraska’s 7th Legislative District.

Politics

Dan Osborn announced his run for U.S. Senator of Nebraska on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023.

Omaha veteran, mechanic Dan Osborn announces independent run for U.S. Senate

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
A Navy veteran and industrial mechanic from Omaha who led the local union strike at Kellogg’s in 2021 has announced Thursday he is running to be Nebraska’s newest U.S. Senator.

Nebraska

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts arrives at the Legislative Chamber to deliver his annual State of...

Sen. Ricketts sees Nebraska’s Social Security tax cuts as model for U.S. legislation

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 11:06 PM CDT
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By Brent Weber
In a media call Wednesday, 6 News spoke with Sen. Pete Ricketts.

News

An organization in Nebraska is fighting to get the issue of paid sick leave on the state's 2024...

Nebraska organization trying to get paid sick leave on 2024 ballot

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:38 PM CDT
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By Joe Harris
Nebraska Appleseed is circulating a petition to get paid sick time to all employed Nebraskans.

Nebraska

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

Sec. Pete Buttigieg to make stop in Grand Island

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:16 PM CDT
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By KSNB Local4
A member of the Biden-Harris cabinet will be making a stop in central Nebraska next week.

Politics

Douglas County hoping to see increase in new voter registrations

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:34 PM CDT
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By Marlo Lundak
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day, and the day always brings an uptick in new voter registrations to the Douglas County Election Commission.
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Politics

New Omaha City Council District 4 representative addresses criticism

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:05 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
The city’s 4th District once again has representation on the City Council for the first time since April.

Politics

Pillen, Reynolds sign letter to White House calling for immigration action

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 3:59 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed a joint governor’s letter to President Joe Biden regarding the southern U.S. border on Tuesday.

Politics

Volunteers helping Omahans prepare for next election cycle

Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 5:14 PM CDT
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By Marlo Lundak
Although it’s not election season yet, it’s not uncommon to see volunteers like Anthony J. Zarzycki hoping to prepare the community for its inevitable return.

Iowa

Trump skips Iowa gathering of evangelical Christians. His rivals hope for a chance to gain ground

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 8:06 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Some of Donald Trump’s top rivals for the Republican presidential nomination are addressing a gathering of influential evangelical Christians in Iowa.

Politics

Iowa Democrats announce date for 2024 in-person precinct caucus

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 12:39 PM CDT
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By KCRG News Staff and Conner Hendricks
The Iowa Democratic Party announced a date for in-person caucuses in 2024, after the party’s national leaders stripped the state of its first-in-the-nation status.

Politics

Expert examines Ricketts’ social security tax cut proposal

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 10:44 PM CDT
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By Brent Weber
This week Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts introduced legislation he says will “boost the retirement income of millions of seniors in Nebraska and across the country.

Politics

Omaha’s Latino community calls for representation amid District 4 City Council pick

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:53 PM CDT
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By Joe Harris
This past Tuesday, the Omaha City Council selected Vinny Palermo’s successor to District 4, unanimously voting in Ron Hug.

Nebraska

Pillen appoints new Nebraska county court judge for District 6

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 3:04 PM CDT
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By Nick Stavas
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen announced the appointment of another new district judge Thursday.

Nebraska

Governor appoints central Nebraska state senator as treasurer

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 12:41 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
Gov. Jim Pillen has selected State Sen. Tom Briese to become Nebraska’s next state treasurer.

Health

Lawsuit filed against UNMC, Nebraska Medicine over trans teen’s breast-removal surgery in 2018

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 10:01 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
A lawsuit has been filed against the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Nebraska Medicine alleging negligence and lack of informed consent after a 16-year-old identifying at that time as a trans male had both breasts removed in 2018.

Politics

Sarpy County Board appoints new treasurer

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 4:02 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Sarpy County’s Board of Commissioners has approved Jeff Mikesell as its next treasurer.

News

Omaha City Council selects Vinny Palermo’s replacement

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 1:24 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
The city’s 4th District will soon have representation on the City Council again as councilmembers selected from five finalists to replace ousted Councilman Vinny Palermo.

Iowa

Trump, DeSantis and other 2024 GOP prospects vie for attention at the Iowa-Iowa State football game

Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 4:57 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Donald Trump crossed paths with some of his presidential campaign rivals when he attended Iowa’s biggest annual college football game. Trump visited Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, where Iowa State was playing Iowa. Also on hand were Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and several other lesser-known candidates. It was one of Trump's few visits so far to the state that holds the first nominating caucus. As the race enters its traditional ramp-up after Labor Day, neither DeSantis nor any other rival has challenged Trump’s standing atop the field in Iowa. That's even as the former president skips most of the state's cherished campaign traditions.

News

Cy-Hawk 2023: What to know before you go

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 6:14 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
It’s the biggest game of the year in Iowa, and presidential candidates are taking the opportunity to meet voters.

News

Reynolds announces $5 million in awards to Iowa food banks

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 2:10 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
Governor Kim Reynolds announced $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding will go to Iowa food banks

Iowa

Sit-down with the Iowa Attorney General

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 10:20 PM CDT
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By KCRG Staff
TV9′s Beth Malicki sits down with Iowa Attorney General Bird to discuss her perspective on a plethora of topics - ranging from emergency contraception for rape survivors to requiring voter registration materials to be in English.

News

Iowa in jeopardy of losing millions in community service funding under realignment bill

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 6:16 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
Gov. Reynolds’ push to eliminate and consolidate commissions, could cost the state more than $32 million dollars in federal funding and 7,000 volunteers from AmeriCorps.

Politics

Sarpy County announces four finalists for treasurer position

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 2:29 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Sarpy County’s Board of Commissioners says it will interview four applicants for the county treasurer position next week.

Politics

Nebraska organizations condemn Pillen executive order; lawmakers question legality

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 9:29 PM CDT
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By Bella Caracta and Gina Dvorak
Several advocacy organizations around Nebraska expressed their concern Thursday at Gov. Jim Pillen’s executive order strictly defining the sexes.

News

Caucus 2024: Tim Scott promises bigger emphasis on ethanol

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 7:21 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
“My hope is that we’ll have a lot more requirements for work in the Farm Bill than we’ve currently seen..."

Nebraska

Pillen seeking new Nebraska state treasurer as Murante departs for NPERS

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 10:45 AM CDT
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By Nick Stavas
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen is now tasked with appointing a new state treasurer.

Nebraska

Mayor signs executive order banning concealed firearms on all city properties

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 6:26 PM CDT
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By Johan Marin
Mayor Jean Stothert has officially signed the executive order just days before the state’s new permitless concealed carry law LB 77 will go into effect on Saturday.

Nebraska

Nebraska governor signs executive order specifically defining females, males

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order on Wednesday establishing a “Women’s Bill of Rights,” declaring a “biological definition of male and female” and detailing the differences between the sexes.

Iowa

Iowa Attorney General appeals decision that would offer non-English voting materials to the public

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 4:08 PM CDT
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By KCRG Staff
“We are appealing the District Court’s decision against the Secretary of State’s office to protect election integrity and defend state law."

News

Omaha mayor signs executive order banning firearms on city property

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 1:24 PM CDT
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By John Chapman
Hours after the Omaha City Council voted unanimously to repeal city codes pertaining in order to comply with the state’s new permitless concealed carry law, the mayor signed an executive order prohibiting concealed firearms on city property.

Nebraska

Support Our Schools submits more than 117,000 petition signatures to put school choice on Nebraska ballot

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 12:17 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Support Our Schools was at the Secretary of State’s office on Wednesday morning to submit signatures in favor of putting Nebraska’s school choice issue on the state ballot.

Nebraska

Seasoned Nebraska sheriffs share mixed feelings about new gun laws

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 10:36 PM CDT
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By Marlo Lundak
In less than a week, a major piece of legislation will take effect in Nebraska: the new permitless concealed carry law, LB77.

Iowa

Iowa state government realignment underway

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 6:27 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
The review committee will send a final report to the legislature and governor at the end of next month. Then it’s up to lawmakers to implement the changes.

Nebraska

Ricketts pushes back against EPA proposal regarding electric vehicles

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
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By Laura Sambol
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts is pushing back against the Biden Administration’s plan to transition the auto industry to electric vehicles.

Politics

Gov. Pillen announces return date of troops deployed to southern U.S. border

Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 at 1:14 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has set a date for the 61 soldiers deployed to the southern U.S. border to return home.

Politics

Rep. Don Bacon launches 2024 reelection bid

Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Rep. Don Bacon kicked off his 2024 re-election bid Saturday.

Politics

Missouri judge says ban on gender-affirming health care for minors can take effect on Monday

Updated: Aug. 25, 2023 at 3:23 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
A Missouri judge says a law banning gender-affirming treatments for minors can take effect.

Politics

Douglas County election officials recognize poll workers, urge more to get involved

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 6:54 PM CDT
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By Joe Harris
The Douglas County Election Commission honored 17 people Wednesday for their hard work at the polls.

Politics

Ricketts announces launch of 2024 U.S. Senate campaign

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 2:58 PM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Sen. Pete Ricketts announced his plans to launch his 2024 U.S. Senate campaign this week.

Politics

Attorney General Merrick Garland visits law enforcement in Omaha

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 11:02 AM CDT
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By 6 News staff reports
Attorney General Merrick Garland was in Omaha on Wednesday.

Politics

Iowa State Fair Straw Poll finds Biden, Trump, Wagner leading their political parties

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 12:26 PM CDT
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By KCRG Staff
Iowa State Fairgoers picked Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Raymond Wagner to lead their respective parties during a Straw Poll conducted at the Iowa State Fair this year.

Politics

Republican governors visit southern U.S. border in Texas

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 10:51 AM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak and Zane Culjat
The governors of Nebraska and Iowa joined other Republican governors Monday for a news conference in Texas to share their concerns about border security.

News

Iowa school voucher overflow raises concerns some students may be left behind

Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
The state received nearly 30,000 applications for those vouchers.

Nebraska

Planned Parenthood, ACLU of Nebraska appealing ruling on abortion, minor trans care bill

Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 2:55 PM CDT
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By Gina Dvorak
As promised, Planned Parenthood and the ACLU are appealing a district court’s decision that a single Nebraska bill banning trans health for minors and abortion at 12 weeks did not violate the state’s single-subject rule.

Nebraska

Suzanne Geist has new job in Attorney General’s Office

Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By 10/11 NOW
Suzanne Geist will serve in the Nebraska Department of Justice as Chief Advisor to the Attorney General.
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